ATI RN
ATI Ns 117 Fundamentals Exam Questions
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A nurse is assisting with teaching a class about the function of cells in the epidermis. The nurse should include that which of the following cells determine skin color? A. Keratinocytes B. Melanocytes C. Merkel cells D. Langerhans cells The nurse should include that which of the following cells determine skin color?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B. Melanocytes. Melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that gives skin its color. They determine skin color by producing varying amounts of melanin. Keratinocytes (
A) are the most abundant cells in the epidermis and produce keratin, the protein that makes up the majority of the skin's structure. Merkel cells (
C) are involved in the sensation of touch. Langerhans cells (
D) are part of the immune system and help protect the skin from infections.
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